Curtis Winery is proud to announce extraordinary success at the AWC Vienna International Wine Challenge 2025, one of the world’s most respected, EU-recognized wine competitions. Competing against thousands of wines from more than 40 nations, Curtis Winery earned three of the highest honours of the entire event — a moment that marks a new pinnacle in our family winery’s story.
A Historic Sweep of Major Awards
This year, Curtis Winery brought home an incredible trio of accolades:
🏆 Best National Producer of the Year 2025
A testament to consistency, craftsmanship, and the unwavering pursuit of excellence. This honour recognises Curtis Winery as the top-performing Australian producer in the entire competition — a major achievement on the global stage.
🏆 Trophy – Best Red Wine of the Year 2025
Among thousands of entries, one red wine rose above them all. This trophy celebrates balance, intensity, and winemaking mastery — a reflection of the McLaren Vale terroir and decades of refined technique.
🏆 Trophy – Best Shiraz of the Year 2025
Shiraz is at the heart of McLaren Vale, and this award confirms Curtis Winery’s place as a world leader in crafting bold, expressive, and elegant Shiraz. Winning this trophy against global competition reinforces our commitment to producing wines of exceptional character.
A Celebration of McLaren Vale Excellence
For Curtis Winery, these awards represent more than medals — they honour the legacy of a multi-generation family winery dedicated to showcasing the beauty of McLaren Vale fruit, sustainable vineyard practices, and meticulous winemaking.
"Our goal has always been to create wines that express the soul of McLaren Vale," says the Curtis Family. "To be recognised on the world stage in this way is deeply meaningful — it reflects not only the passion of our team, but the incredible region we call home."
Why the AWC Vienna Results Matter
The AWC Vienna is one of the largest officially recognized wine competitions in the world, known for its rigorous blind-tasting system, strict scoring, and global influence. Winning here is a significant marker of international quality and reliability — something both wine critics and consumers trust.
These 2025 achievements place Curtis family Vineyards among the elite producers of the world, elevating both our reputation and the profile of Australian wine on the international stage.
Looking Ahead
This milestone fuels our commitment to innovation, craftsmanship, and the continued pursuit of excellence. We look forward to sharing these award-winning Mclaren Vale wines with customers in Australia and across the globe.
